Safety Manager/Director

About the role

The Safety Manager at our company serves as the specialist in safety by developing and implementing best practices and procedures within the company that effectively control accident and health exposures and minimize OSHA citations.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with EMCOR Safety Director and Bahnson President on Company Safety policies/procedures/safety manual
• Aid in the development of policies for specific work activities, tools/equipment (write policy/procure for new equipment in accordance with OSHA/applicable standards)
• Submit letters of variance for site specific issues (reviews policy, tools/equipment for options)
• Attend joint safety committee meetings (Work with Local(s) in development of NFPA70E compliant energized electrical work policy & other policies, work with CSS group)
• Aid in the development of training and roll out programs for new policies/procedures (select training materials, review OSHA/Company/industry standards, draft/review training)
• Document injury/incident reporting/investigation/claim management
• Develop/manage injury/investigation reports (create report forms, complete first report/cause map/incident investigation report/supplemental information documents)
• Track/report/record injuries requiring medical treatment (maintain injury/incident log, individual incident reporting)
• Track/manage/ reports for work related injuries (report to workman’s comp, track workers comp cases, maintain reports from claims management)
• Submit incidents into EMCOR KPA system (reporting and tracking of injuries/near misses/ environmental releases/ property damage/vehicle incidents/regulatory agency visits/subcontractor incident)
• Document provide/submit proposals for training/safety measures/equipment/ processes
• Aid in maintaining training records for Company workforce (electronically maintain/archive safety training records)
• Aid in sourcing 3rd party training courses (locate trainers for specialized subject matter)
• Aid in scheduling/documentation of health exams and fit-testing
• Develop/revise/audit safety hazard assessment documentation completion processes
• Modify/develop JSA forms (build forms specific to task/site and submit to SD for approval)
• Create/project/site safety plans (create safety plans based on scope, update as required by GC/owner, submit to SD for approval)
• Create/job health risk assessments (create/submit to client or GC, submit to SD for approval)
• Create/silica work plans (Site specific plan for the control of silica hazards, submit to SD for approval)
• Reviews/audits site job hazard analysis programs (periodic reviews using IAuditor without notice, submit to SD for approval)
• Reviews/revises safety hazard assessments plans/documentation per client requirements (based on individual job requirements, submit to SD for approval)
• Work with Clients/GC’s/Site managers to correct site issues
• Perform Job walks (periodically done with clients/GC , inspecting overall or specific criteria)
• Attend meetings (weekly safety meetings, client incident review, root cause analysis, “lessons learned”, project kick-off, safety stand-downs, division manager, various other work process meetings)
• Aid in development of best practices/protocols with clients/GC & local unions (using technical data/resources/industry experience/”tribal knowledge”/legal standards/consensus standards)
• Aid in staff management
• Provide guidance (for case management, recordability, legal interpretations, industry standards)
• Coach/counsel
• Promote Company culture/standards (lead from the front)
• Build/develop positive safety culture (safety bulletins, company newsletter, interdepartmental bulletins, safety stand-down, field presence/interaction)
• Assist in management of confined space equipment/plans/training
• Aid in issuance of high voltage/NFPA70E safety equipment (provide training, maintain equipment/consumable parts, track equipment locations and calibrations/certifications)
• Aid in issuance of 4-gas meters and calibration equipment (provide training, maintain equipment/consumable parts, track equipment locations and calibrations/certifications)
• Aid in supply ordering for all company safety equipment (collaborate with purchasing/site personnel to obtain best product for positive safety outcome)
• Aid SD to evaluate/test/standardize PPE
• Aid in problem solving in safety issues companywide (collaborate with field personnel/management to address safety challenges/opportunities)
• Provide first-aid/medical transport/triage
• Aid in industrial hygiene programs companywide (lead, asbestos, silica and other hazardous materials as required)
• Administer and audit I.S.O. 9000:2015 operations work instructions relating to safety. Ensure compliance with the Safety Program, OSHA, company operating policies and procedures, and provide for safe working environments for employees.
• Maintain operational compliance with contracts, and Company established policies.
• Escalate critical and/or sensitive issues to the executives with recommendation for resolution.

Qualifications

• PREFERRED EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: BSc/BA in safety management or relevant field is preferred
• Minimum 5yrs of experience in a professional safety role; proven successful experience as a safety manager preferred
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Preferred OSHA 500 certifications
• Experience writing Health And Safety Plans (HASP’s) and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s).
• Deep understanding of occupational health and safety guidelines/regulations
• In-depth knowledge of the construction industry, federal, state, and city environmental and safety regulations and practices.
• Ability to do public speaking, for safety training purposes.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, in good standing.
• Training in ISO, Six Sigma or comparable quality control program a plus.
• Computer Skills: Must demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel). Working knowledge of project and financial software a plus.

Required Attributes

• Ability to draft accurate reports and develop policies applicable to legal/industry standards
• Good knowledge of data analysis and risk assessment
• Excellent organizational and motivational skills
• Outstanding attention to detail and observation ability
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities – especially public speaking
• Must have the ability to make quick yet sound decisions
• Must build positive working relationships with multiple levels of employees, management, suppliers, and customers
• Must demonstrate commitment to company values
• Language Skills: Must have the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate in English, cooperate, and collaborate with multiple levels of customer, employees, unions, government agencies, vendors and suppliers, and other contractor organizations.
• Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.